Bride Calls Off Wedding After Being Slapped by Groom During Ceremony in Hardoi

A wedding in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, turned into a shocking scene of chaos and violence when the groom slapped the bride during the garland exchange ritual. The bride, humiliated and furious, immediately called off the marriage, refusing to go ahead with the man who had just assaulted her.

🔴 What Happened:

• The incident took place under the Chief Minister's Mass Marriage Scheme in Mohan Kheda Majra Paharpur on December 14.
• The groom, allegedly intoxicated, slapped the bride Sarla during the jaimala (garland exchange) ceremony.
• The bride declared she would not marry such a man, saying she could not start a new life with someone who disrespected her in front of everyone.

⚔️ Brawl Breaks Out:

• Tensions escalated rapidly between the bride’s side (gharaatis) and the groom’s side (baraatis).
• The conflict began earlier during the Dwarchar ceremony when the groom’s brother argued over the band.
• Things turned violent after the slap incident—leading to a full-blown fight.
• Several members from the bride’s family were injured, including Suraj, Mukesh, Ashok, Satish, and a girl named Nancy.

🚑 Aftermath & Police Involvement:

• The injured were rushed to Bharawan Hospital using emergency services.
• Police arrived at the scene via 112 and brought the situation under control.
• An investigation has been launched by Inspector Markandey Singh, who confirmed that legal action will be taken against those responsible for the assault and the violence.

🚨 Allegations Against the Groom:

• The bride’s family alleged that the groom arrived drunk and had been behaving inappropriately since the ceremony began.
• His aggressive and intoxicated behavior was a key reason for the bride’s firm refusal to go ahead with the wedding.

📌 Public Reaction:

• The incident has triggered outrage and concern in the village, especially as it occurred during a state-supported mass marriage program.
• Locals and social groups are questioning the screening process of grooms under such government schemes.